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FC Cincinnati's Djiby Fall (9) reacts as he's given his first of two yellow cards in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati midfielder Jimmy McLaughlin (20) celebrates a tying goal in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati celebrates a Jimmy McLaughlin goal in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

The Bailey celebrates a Jimmy McLaughlin goal in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Josu (99) shoots in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

Rhinos midfielder Was Fall (17) heads the ball ahead of FC Cincinnati's Djiby Fall (9) in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Josu (99) is tied up by Rhinos midfielder Mike Garzi (13) as they chase the ball in the first half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. FC Cincinnati was defeated 3-2. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Justin Hoyte (32) receives a yellow card in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Andrew Wiedeman (23) takes a pass toward the goal in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Jimmy McLaughlin (20) breaks away down the field in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

Rhinos midfielder Wal Fall (17) scores his first of two penalty kick goals in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

Rhinos midfielder Wal Fall (17) receives a warning for taunting the crowd as he celebrates his penalty kick goal in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

Rhinos midfielder Wal Fall (17) scores his second of two penalty kick goals in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

Rhinos midfielder Wal Fall (17) celebrates after scoring his second of two penalty kick goals in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati manager Alan Koch shouts to a referee after being penalized in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati Danni Konig (11) scores on a penalty kick in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Kenney Walker (6) takes a pass in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

FC Cincinnati's Kenney Walker (6) leaves the field after time expires in the second half of the USL soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the Rochester Rhinos at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Sam Greene/Enquirer

Mitch Hildebrandt –One of the bigger names to hold out, Hildebrandt was the 2016 United Soccer League Goalkeeper of the Year. In 2017, he led the league in saves. But the biggest highlights behind "Mitch Says No" are ones from the 2017 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, where he produced four clean sheets (and seven in USL play). His three penalty shootout saves against Major League Soccer's Chicago Fire were the best moment in FC Cincinnati's young history. Team President and General Manager Jeff Berding on Wednesday called that win the "most exciting sporting event I've ever attended." A fan-favorite, Hildebrandt's hold out is likely over his role next season – he may not start – or about a length of contract if Cincinnati is granted MLS promotion.

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FC Cincinnati goalkeeper Mitch Hildebrandt (1) blocks a penalty kick during the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup match between the Chicago Fire and FC Cincinnati on June 28, 2017 at Nippert Stadium.(Photo: The Enquirer/Kareem Elgazzar)

Austin Berry –Berry, a product of Summit Country Day, has been Cincinnati's captain the past two seasons. Suffering multiple injuries in 2016, his minutes rose significantly in head coach Alan Koch's first season. Berry played in 34 matches this season and has played in 53 over the last two years. The former MLS Rookie of the Year turned 29 earlier this month.

Paul Nicholson –Nicholson, an England native, has been a utility man for FC Cincinnati in his two seasons. Playing in 13 matches this season and 37 overall, his role has switched from occasionally being the captain and starting center-back to holding midfielder or being left from the lineup completely. He was used exclusively as a backup under Koch this season and likely would be if re-signed.

FC Cincinnati player Harrison Delbridge (4) walks to the locker room after a 1-1 draw against the Pittsburg Riverhounds Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Nippert Stadium.(Photo: Shae Combs)

Harrison Delbridge –Delbridge was arguably FC Cincinnati's best player. Only 25 years old, the Australian center-back is perhaps the best player equipped to jump from USL into MLS. Fittingly, that could be why he's holding out. Former forward Sean Okoli was the USL Most Valuable Player in 2016 and held out of a contract last year. He later joined New York City FC in MLS. Perhaps Delbridge is seeking a similar path. A bulky defender, he can get forward, too. He played in 36 games this season and has appeared a club-record 71 times in the past two seasons. He scored three goals this season, which is more than right winger Andrew Wiedeman.

Andrew Wiedeman –The last sentence from the previous paragraph sums it. Wiedeman is 28 and at times can show brilliance. The problem, however, was the amount of times that was shown this season. Scoring seven goals in 2016, he only scored twice in 2017 – in 36 appearances. His 67 total appearances proves that he's been an integral member of the squad. But if he will be significant with Cincinnati again, offensive productivity has to improve, while his minutes likely decline.

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FC Cincinnati's Djiby Fall (9) celebrates with his teammates, after scoring a goal in the first four minutes of the match against Charleston Battery at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, June 17, 2017.(Photo: The Enquirer/Meg Vogel)

Djiby Fall –Simply known as "Djiby," the 32-year-old Senegalese forward was a sensation to start the year, but flamed out as the summer dragged on. That said, he had a legendary personality. Plucked from the Kazakhstan Premier League, Djiby had one of his most productive seasons in a decade. He scored a club-record four goals in his first Nippert Stadium appearance and scored in every U.S. Open Cup match he appeared in. Following his double-header goal against Columbus Crew SC, he dropped to his knees and wept. The former Senegal international could return next season, but likely to reduced minutes. If he stays, he'll likely surpass Okoli for most goals in club history. (Both are tied at 16.) He scored 16 goals in 29 matches this season. He led the team with 12 goals in league play.